Temporomandibular joint

Pathophysiology Tinea pedis, or athlete’s foot, is the term used for a dermatophyte infection of the sole of the foot and interdigital spaces (Porth, 2015). This infection is most commonly caused by Trichophyton rubrum, initially endemic to a small region of Southeast Asia. Dermatophytes are fungi that require keratin for growth. The fungus that causes tinea pedis falls under this umbrella. Other causes of tinea pedis include: Trichophyton mentagrophytes and Epidermophyton floccosum. The…

Plantar Fasciitis. Plantar fasciitis is characterized by pain in the plantar region of the foot and is worse when walking. It is one of the most common causes of foot and heel pain in adults. This condition is commonly seen in patients that are 40-60 years of age. The etiology is poorly understood and is thought to be multifactorial. Risk factor of plantar fasciitis include obesity, prolonged standing or jumping, flat feet, and reduced ankle dorsiflexion. A patient describe heel pain that is…

STABILIZING ANKLE SUPPORT: Providing additional stability and support for ankle tendons and joints, the heavy-duty ankle brace reduces the risk of reinjury. The fully adjustable ankle brace reduces pain and pressure caused by arthritis, sprains, swelling, bursitis, tendonitis, muscle fatigue, injuries and surgery. Eliminates the need for taping up your ankle with the multi-directional adjustable straps. Great for everyday wear and for running, hiking, baseball, tennis, golf, cycling, soccer,…

our ability to not only create ideas, but to create movements. As simple as this sounds, without the intra-articular joints within our bodies, we couldn’t pursue the drive towards excellence. One of the most important joints within the human body is the hip. This joint provides the human body with the necessary stability and strength to perform the simple motion of walking. The joint is created by the connection of the femoral head into the acetabulum socket, and is reinforced by the…

The knee joint is a synovial joint which falls under the bicondylar type that allows for extension and flexion, as well as minimal lateral and medial rotation (Marieb & Hoehn, 2007). It is recognized as one of the major joints that bear the body’s weight and enhance the person’s stability (Sobotta & Figge, 1974). It functions in conjunction with the ankle and hip joints so as to create an erect posture and aid in stable body movement. The main movements that facilitate the movement of the knee…

The human knee joint is a diarthrosis, or synovial joint, made up of multiple different tissues that work together to provide function. Everything from the outer layer of the skin to the core of the bone is necessary for the joint to articulate properly. The most superficial layer of the knee is the skin, which is the largest organ of the human body and is made up of the epidermis and dermis, which in turn are made up of keratinized stratified squamous epithelium as well as dense, irregular…

Diagnose/ Elbow dislocation -When any of the various elbow surfaces are separated or moved out of their original place an Elbow dislocation occur. - Elbow dislocations are the second most commonly dislocated in adults next to shoulders. They are the most commonly dislocation in children. -The greatest causes and events that can cause an elbow dislocation are falling, outstretching the hand so that the force sent through the arm can dislocate the elbow when hitting the floor. Traumatic injuries…

ages. Luckily, it does not have to be something you continue to deal with. There are options when it comes to knee support for women. Knee support for women is important if you think about all the bending that takes place. Your knees are a delicate joint that takes a beating throughout the day, even if you are not doing jumping…

bottle easily, or exercise.” Patients with RA/PsA don’t expect to be cured, but they would like to feel good enough to do everyday things. Many shared that they may be only 45 years old but they feel 80. While they know that RA/PsA destroys their joints, their everyday focus is on what’s destroying their quality of life now: debilitating pain, stiffness,…

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative condition of articular cartilage in joints commonly affecting the knees (Sinusas 2012) and slowly develops over many years resulting from mechanical stress (Kisner and Colby 2003). Unfortunately, the risk of developing OA increases with several factors including genetics, increasing age, obesity and female gender (Sinusas 2012). OA causes pain and stiffness in the joints however it is an incurable disease and therefore physiotherapy treatment should focus on…